Alan Lee Baron

Alan Lee Baron Alan Lee Baron, age 66, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his home in Lynden, WA, surrounded by his beloved wife and children. Alan was born on June 25, 1956, to ...

Ferndale, Lynden Christian eliminated at state

Nathan Schumock Sports Editor WASHINGTON — Ferndale and Lynden Christian both fell in their state opening games on Saturday, May 20. There is no consolation bracket for state baseball ...

Briefly: Ferndale and the surrounding areas in the news, May 17, 2023

Register for Old Settlers Pioneer Days FERNDALE — Whatcom Old Settlers Association is accepting Pioneer Days Grand and Jr. Parade participation forms for Saturday, July 29. Parade ...

Crafting hobby turns into successful business

Cara Jacques hears her candles look ‘too pretty to burn,’ but she wants people to burn them anyways By Sarah McCauley Staff Reporter FERNDALE — It takes a lot of work for a passion ...

Whatcom candidates set for Aug. 1 primary

Jon Mutchler is again running against Mayor Greg Hansen By Cal Bratt For the Record WHATCOM — Six are running for County Executive, nine for County Council and eight for Lynden School ...

Whatcom communities plan Memorial Day services

By Bill Helm Editor WHATCOM — This year, Whatcom County will be the site of several Memorial Day ceremonies. From noon-3 p.m. Saturday, May 27, the Whatcom Memorial Parade will be ...

Ferndale student receives leadership award

Jasmin Bautista recognized for coordinating FHS Multicultural Night, celebrating diverse cultures By Sarah McCauley Staff Reporter BURLINGTON — Ferndale junior Jasmin Bautista was ...

After 104 years, Ferndale American Legion post closes

Declining membership main reason for dissolving By Bill Helm Editor FERNDALE — When an American Legion post opened in Ferndale in 1919, the automobile was still in its infancy. If ...

Letters to the Editor — May 17, 2023

Community being short-changed Editor, It appears not much can embarrass or shame PeaceHealth for some of its egregious decisions that affect the communities they serve. Case in point: ...

Atze Hettinga

Atze Hettinga Atze Hettinga, 85, of Custer, Washington sadly left us on Saturday, April 15, 2023 to be with his Lord and Savior.  He was born May 6, 1937, in the town of Oppenhuizen, ...